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An island in the Chippewa River near Eau Claire, Wis., has come loose and slid up against
the North Crossing bridge.


   City officials say the island is resting against
the area of the primary water main, which runs along the bridge.
That water main feeds the west side of Eau Claire.


      City crews were monitoring that line on Thursday. If it breaks,
or something else serious happens, officials will be able to shut
it down.


      Public works officials say they can also service the
west side other ways, and backup lines are available, if needed.

An island in the Chippewa River near Eau Claire, Wis., has come loose and slid up against
the North Crossing bridge.


Island breaks loose in Chippewa River at Eau Claire

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